Swing 46

Our first night of our NYC vacation and this place did not disappoint at all. The band was amazing. The staff was very attentive and gave us great seats so we could see and enjoy the band completely. It was a pretty slow night. We were told it was probably the heat. Not a problem for us. We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner which included the Vesper drink (the only pic I have of the food), House Gin & Tonic, Rigatoni and Shrimp, Orechiette Pasta and, of course, NY cheese cake.

Had such a nice time here on a Friday night! The club has 2 sets of live jazz every day of the week 5:30pm-8:30pm and 9pm-12am, except Mondays, and a nightly swing dancing class at 8:30pm taught by a professional instructor! Even if you have two left feet, you can come and enjoy the old timey New York vibes of this place and music alike. Everyone was dancing and people seemed so happy enjoying the singers and music! Be aware that there is an additional cover charge if you sit and dine in the main jazz room.I especially love that they have a $50 pre-fixe dinner menu that includes 3 courses of food! I enjoyed the mussels and steak while sipping on the Swing46 cocktail. Be sure to also check out their $65 bottomless brunch menu that includes a brunch starter, entree, drinks and music charge!

Swanky! We enjoyed ourselves for sure. However, this place is for jazz fans! The food was good, the service was great and the talent was amazing. If your seated in the performance area, you need a flashlight to read the menu as the ambiance of this place is dark. There is a $30 musician fee added to your bill. They auto ad your tip, however they were very good to tell you they were adding it. I also noticed that other restaurants in NY also did this. It was an experience for sure. Not sure I would go back but if your into jazz, check it out.

Wonderful food and an amazing atmosphere. We stopped by on a Wednesday night for dinner with a reservation. It wasn’t very busy and we got seated in a little corner booth facing the stage. We didn’t mind the $15 cover because the band was playing! Would definitely come back!

Was so much fun! Would give 4.5/5 stars if I could! The swing 646 option lets you get an entree, appetizer, and dessert for $55. Drinks are about $14-17. They do charge an automatic %18-19 gratuity, and its $15 per person to sit near the jazz. This plus a bowl of soup made the bill $150.00 for two of us. It is a bit expensive, but its so much fun and definitely worth it! The staff are very friendly and engaging. They did a free class when we went on Thursday night. They were happy to take pictures and interact with the customers in a friendly, supportive, and engaging way. The soup + food was great. The music was excellent. And the atmosphere was super enjoyable! 10/10 would recommend for a date night or NY adventure.

Normally I would have given this place 5 stars. The service was welcoming and friendly, the music was great, prices were reasonable, and ambience of the venue was warm and old school.What ruined the evening was my husband’s tax exemption card NOT being accepted by the bartender. Keep in mind that it was a federal card - and according to federal law, diplomats are not obligated to pay taxes.Had this happened in a small town I wouldnot have been surprised . But it was shocking in NYC- first time that the tax exemption card wasn’t accepted in our nearly 3 years of living here .

If youre looking for a lively and sophisticated night out in the city, then look no further than the jazz swing club with live music and nice interior. From the moment you step inside, youll be transported to another era, where the cool sound of jazz reigns supreme and the atmosphere is electric.The interior of the bar is chic and stylish, with a touch of retro charm that adds to the overall ambiance. Speaking of which, the performers are top-notch, and their repertoire spans a wide range of jazz styles, from classic swing to more contemporary takes on the genre.In terms of drinks, the club has an impressive selection of cocktails, wines, beers, and food, all served by friendly and knowledgeable staff. The prices are reasonable, considering the quality of the drinks and entertainment on offer.Overall, if youre a fan of jazz music and appreciate a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere, then the jazz swing club with live music and nice interior is a must of visit.

I have never enjoyed a bar more. The live orchestra was amazing, and the band and crowd alike all seemed as if they were enjoying themselves. Dancing is encouraged, whether you know how to or not. The drinks are well mixed, the staff was all personable and friendly. The atmosphere was inviting, and everything clean. I will absolutely be coming back my next visit to NYC, and anyone who plans on visiting should plan some time to visit this quaint spot.

Amazing jazz experience!Its my first time in New York and Ive tried that bar for the 1st time and is amazing.Staff is very gentle. Nice cocktails.The music is amazing, very good interaction with the public.Small place to dance but still good.Good singer and amazing orchestra! :DI recomend to try15$ enter.I will come back for sure.

Great spot for fine dinning and live jazz music. They were able to accommodate us without a reservation.The musicians were pros and it felt like I was in a movie scene.The cheese ravioli was among the best I’ve had. They have a wide selection of Italian dishes ($35-$50).They have a few requirements:$10-15 per person for the jazz show.$35 minimum spend per table.The ambience is pleasant. The wait staff were really courteous. However, the guy who answered the phone when I called them was very rude. So I had to take one star off.

If I had the option to give it 10 stars, I would. What an amazing experience. The vibe, the music and the food were all fabulous. I highly recommend Swing 46!

What an amazing place. I really enjoyed the live music 🎶, the swing dancing, the ambiance, and the food.Celebrated a birthday, and it was great!!

Paula the bartender is so amazing! She served such crafted cocktails that were balanced and had such a great pleasant taste profile! She took her time to find out what we liked and helped make suggestions. We also heard her singing while working and her voice was so beautiful she definitely should sing with the band. I feel it would be a great addition, and a nice surprise. The band was also very good and talented! Will definitely be back!

The band 🎶 and vibe was great!But besides the ticket, they require to buy min 35$ food/drinks per person. Unfortunately that department is very basic, cocktails were below the average and coconut shrimp was overcooked.

I have performed and hung out there it is fantastic. Go and support live music. Jazz and swing.

Swing 46 has been a home of jazz and swing for many years and they are reopening inside dining on Valentines Day and I am so excited! Dont miss out on experiencing this amazing venue. Several nights a week they offer big band music and other nights quintets and trios. There is something for everyone! The staff and crew will make your experience wonderful. In the summer time, the patio offers trio happy hour jazz and beautiful beverages and delectable food.

Sunday night has jazz band from 5 to 8 pm , and Latin band from 8 to 11pm. Both play outside. Street closed to traffic, so you dont inhale fumes while eating, and can dance literally on the street by the restaurant. Good food, very attentive service. We will definetely be back!

A bit pricey but great fun! We went in for live music and ended up doing a swing class. We had a great time. Service was spotty, but they were super busy, so Im not going to ding them for that. If u r expecting luxury, this is not the place. Can tell there were some usuals.

Stumbled upon this place looking for a late night cocktail with my boyfriend. They were so friendly and served us even though the bar was almost closed. The salsa band played outside as patrons danced in the street. It was fun and wonderful and entertaining. The perfect end to a great day in the city!

I will definitely not be going back here, nor would I recommend it to anyone, friend or otherwise. My boyfriend’s steak was terribly prepared, my pasta had something wrong with the sauce where I had to pick out the garnish because it tasted terrible. We ordered the same appetizer and dessert as the table next to us but they got more food than us somehow.As for the Jazz they were talented but it wasn’t what we expected.Overpriced and not a good experience

Great cocktails and music! Highly recommend visiting this hidden gem. Go for the jazz. Go for the drinks. Sit at the bar! Go for life!

Amazing live music. Fun atmosphere. Got to do free dance class on a Saturday night between sets. Go here for music and fun, not for great drinks or a culinary experience. Perfect for after dinner.

One of the best jazz restaurant in Manhattan for sure.I had a great night today and the musicians were amazing!!! I can’t wait to listen to them again.

Paula is an amazing bar tender! The music is great. We went every night while in nyc.

Lively environment, free mini swing lesson, great drinks and food, and excellent staff. The restrooms could use some better attention. An all around nice place to enjoy with family, friends, a date, or even solo. Would return again.

Swing Jazz is a place where every New Yorker should go to. Entrance was $10 per person and we alerted a group of 11, had a great time with drinks, jazz and some dance moves on the floor. Place is open till late night and there were three performances the evening we went to.We were not only greeted by hosts but the Jazz players also stopped by to say hello to us. One of the musicians - Anthony was very friendly and towards the end we all ended up becoming great friends.Definitely a spot where you would like to go on a date or with friends for an evening.Whatever you decide, SwingJazz won’t disappoint.

Super small neat club/bar to visit while in NYC! Wish I could have stayed longer here! Everyone was soo nice!

-Cool place. Had a nice theme. But seems to have a much older crowd.-Drinks were very expensive $$$.For only 5-6 drinks, the bill was $80 plus tip.-And we went as a group of 4 ppl on a Wednesday night. & The place was deserted.-Maybe on other days its more busy, but it was slow with much older ppl on a Wednesday.

Didnt have the food, but the band, the atmosphere and Paula the bartender were all amazing!

My partner and I walked in for dinner. We were told it was a $15.00 per person cover charge to sit with the jazz band out the back. I declined and said we werent interested in the show especially as it was already running, just dinner. We were told sure, we could sit at the bar. I said nah, whats wrong with the empty tables up front? Nothing, so we sat there. Took another 5 minutes for someone to check on us. We ordered the rib eye steak. Im not sure what the steak was that they served but I can assure you it wasnt rib eye. It was a poor quality cut of fatty meat.We ate what was edible, which wasnt much. Asked for the bill and went to pay. Their machine wouldnt accept pay waive from either my phone OR the card. I instructed the staff to remove the automatic 22% gratuity as I was not paying a tip for poor food and poor service. Glad Im a tourist because I would never eat here again or recommend the place to anyone.Rude, terrible, expensive.

Absolutely amazing place, great music and fantastic atmosphere. I havent seen such an amazing mixture of young and old dancers in years. The band was fantastic that night and we were exhausted by the end of the night. Good drinks and great service!

We enjoyed the music and the food and the dance lesson but they charged my credit card two times with double tip. This is not correct!

Good atmosphere, great music. Food and drinks were good. I felt that the staff was short the night I went. It seemed like there were only two waiters for the whole floor, service felt a bit slow. Overall, still a great place to enjoy live music.

I came on Sunday with a few of my friends. We sat by the bar lounge. Our waiter Arif was very attentive, even on a busy night. I will definitely come back with more of my friends.

Beautiful music, excellent food and the professional staff serves the customers in greater way. You dont regret coming here to listen to the best classic Jazz

Meh. Really small crowd in a large space didnt do much for the ambiance; otherwise, the group I saw that night was pretty good. Horrible food, though. I had tickets to go back the next night but didnt return.

Unfortunately, one of us had food poisoning after the dinner at this place. Don’t order the salmon. Protect yourself at all cost.In addition, the service wasn’t really up to standard. Overall overpriced and gave us really hard time.

We heard the music while walking down 46th and had to stop for appetizers and a drink. The outdoor seating area is beautiful and makes for a wonderful atmosphere. The food was fine, but the ambiance is what makes this place.

$10 cover fee but worth every penny. Beautiful blues, a secret getaway from Times Square

Food was alright and the pre fixe looked well priced. We did ala carte pea soup which was really good. The service was super slow and drinks could have been better Great music and they charge $10pp for it.

I wanted to love this place. Dance floor was decent sized but not huge. The band was great. The cover charge to me was a bit much though. I would have preferred to have to had ordered €20 worth of drinks. The actual bar is in the front of the place. Then you enter the restaurant which seemed to be upscalish. The dance floor came next and then the stage. Theres a disco ball and mirrors which give it a certain feel. Location is good in sense its close to times square, but that added stress to find parking... Didnt eat, only danced. Also in opinion it started too late. It started either 9 or 930pm.

Unfortunately, the staff is rude, you cant drink at the counter if you have a table.... To conclude, they purposely made me pay for a dessert and showed it to me. Too bad I asked if it was included off the menu and I was told yes, all included. In the end we asked for the bill and he and charged for every single dish... If you go there, be careful, they are skilled at scamming. Ultimately the band sounded good

Fantastic band, our server was wonderful, the cocktails and dessert were delicious! Glad we found this gem late at night. 🥳

Fantastic place. Live quality music every day, very friendly staff, the batwoman makes amazing cocktails and is a joy to talk to, will even make introduction with other guests and be a catalyst in creating positive social atmosphere around - which is the best frame to enjoy the music anyway

Nice atmosphere but some of the audience was quite pretentious. Maybe I was there on a bad day.I liked the vintage feel of an old schools Jazz and Dinner club.

My husband and I had a delightful and memorable evening out at this venue! We had dinner first, and the food was delicious! My husband raved that his steak melted in his mouth, and my chicken was really moist and flavorful. The fresh raspberry sorbet was so good that we opted for a second serving. We stayed for the big band music and swing dance lesson-- so much fun!

Lovely bar, beautiful music.We only had a drink, so can’t tell about the food. But I can recommend their post prohibition old fashioned .

Spectacular place, live Jazz with early 20th century vibe.There s a dance stage at back with coverage.

The place is great for music and dance, but check your bills.Our order of food and drinks was under $100, but turned into $188 bill. How? Music cover was $20 instead of $15 they have originally announced, and yes, its included into amount you tip off. And gratitude is included, even for a party of 2.Also not a good idea to greet your visitors with where are you from? - what am I supposed to answer if Im local?

This was my pre-pandemic five-star review:Great music, service, food, and drinks. Perfect place for a first date or a fun time in general. Take the dance lesson if you can. Its a good way to meet new dance partners and mingle.Heres my one star review in 2022.I have been a patron of Swing 46 since the 90s but was saddened to find how the club is being run these days. When I called to ask about the time of the dance lessons that I love so much, the person answering the phone said they have them no more. He exclaimed that this is because Dance lessons are stupid! I asked if I could share with him why a long-time patron felt otherwise. He said, No! Dance lessons are stupid! Go somewhere else for dance lessons! He then told me other places to go rather than Swing 46. Very sad.If a Swing 46 owner is reading this and wants to know why the lessons were amazing, heres why. It was a fantastic way for me to introduce those new to this music about this music. It helped people get to know one another in a non-threatening way which is often hard for the ladies. It was a fun way to build comradery and mingle. Im sad to take the business of myself and my numerous friends elsewhere. If lessons ever come back, please reply to this review and let me know.

Our favorite place whenever we are in NYC. Keep live music alive with big band favorites. Comfortable seating. Good food.

It was fantastic. Wonderful Music, nice people, nice dancers around the stage.

Great place for music and dance.The staff is great

We had a great time. Great venue, 2 big bands, and swing dancing. On the pricey side. One star off for adding an 18% gratuity, and suggesting on the check an extra 20-30% gratuity on top of that. Could be just me, but that felt dishonest.

Dont waste your money at Swing 46. GO NEXT DOOR TO DONT TELL MOMA. Swing 46 tries to mandate an 18% tip. Since when do YOU tell me how gd YOUR service is, in advance of any service being delivered??? We were 2 ppl and not only did they charge a 4% CC fee (whats next Swing 46, a Rent Surcharge? Insurance Suurcharge? Cleanibg Fee? Management Fee? ) they tried to FORCE us to pay a tip - for 2 ppl - 18% it was like Mob intimidation. By the way, they explain this as International travelers dont understand USA tip standards. What??? Like in the other review recently, i took care of my server direcrly. He did a gd job. Mgt and Ownnweship- sketchy. Keep ur hands on ur wallet. They are looking to steal ur cash. This is YOUR WORST NYC TOURIST TRAP RIP OFF. FInd somewhere else. Many more fair and better options in NYC

Terrible service. A bit laughable actually. We came late on a Tuesday night, after a nearby show. They had a swing band and ushered us in. While they discounted the cover for the band as there was only 30mins left, our server had an attitude and acted like we were an inconvenience.We managed to order some sub par food but felt like a bother for it. She ignored us and began cleaning up tables for the next day.When I tipped below the 18 or 20% at the end to settle up- she physically came back to the table and asked- WHAT WAS WRONG WITH THE SERVICE?!I was super taken aback to be thrown my bill back at me and said nothing mostly because she was so aggressive I didn’t want to say - well you gave poor service and had an attitude. She then lectured us angrily and said SO NORMALLY IN NEW YORK WE TIP 18-20%.It was incredibly awkward and she was very much intending to publicly shame us. It wasn’t like we didn’t tip at all she just was mad we didn’t do more. Avoid

This place was AWESOME! The host Steven was the best! Do glad to have had this experience while visiting New York!

First time was good.Second time was horrible! Besides bullying us to pay 18% tip, which is illegal, and it is up to the customer to rate the service, the manager confused us with other couple they had problem in the past and asked us to leave. We gave the tip to the waiter directly in cash and another waiter thought we were leaving without giving tip and started pushing me out, while I was trying to tell him we left tip in cash. Very horrible and humiliating experience. It is unfortunate because the band and music was very good, the waiter who attended us was super but the management are bullies.

Fantastic jazz, good food, minus one star for slow/inconsistent service, but overall a great place for good jazz and drinks. Very talented musicians!

Really nice jazzy spot. Awesome kitchen. Well worth it!!

Music knocked our socks off. Wonderful performance. Server was inattentive. Drinks and food werent very good especially for the price. Server insulted us as we were leaving because he was dissatisfied with our tip. Wouldnt go back here and I tell people I know not to go here.

Nice staff and nothing wrong with the service but the food was way over priced and the fact that they applied a forced 18% gratitude when your not even happy with the food just feels wrong. We wish we would have went to another place.

Love this place. Great music and drinks. Also plenty of food options. I am fond of Swing 46. I have memories of bringing each of my parents here for dinner. Big bands are a highlight. Music nightly. Great staff. On a famous street. It has a fun, retro atmosphere.Amazing in so many ways!! A fabulous bar. Also a dance floor. I took the free dance lesson and enjoyed it.

So fun . I came to celebrate my birthday & had a wonderful time. They treated us to a live band playing greats like Duke Ellington , Count Basie, and they gave us a complimentary swing dance lesson. I had a blast ,would highly recommend.

So glad that we found this place on our recent visit to New York over thanksgiving.We had looked at a couple of venues to visit but didn’t want to pay over the top to just sit and have a drink whilst passing through.In here you could pay to sit in main room where the band played if you wanted to, a food menu was also available, or alternatively, should you just wish to sit at the bar and enjoy a drink or two you could still watch and hear the band playing without charge, which ticked every box for us for what we were looking for.The live music was great & there was a really pleasant atmosphere that was warm & welcoming from the moment we entered.For drinks & a chill out it was an all round enjoyable experience!I would most definately recommend & return on our next visit to the city! 5*

Amazing Jazz bar, great company with the bar staff - Paula and Isabelle 😇. Tasty drinks and smooth jazz to end a hectic day in NYC

Although this was a short, late afternoon visit, I was truly impressed. A bar and jazz club, with live jazz music. The ambiance is great, the staff friendly and will definitely come back, with more time. Had a drink at the bar while enjoying the live music coming from the club area. A jazz trio and singer. Truly enjoyable atmosphere.

As a group of 3 it was mentioned a cover charge of $15 per person plus $35 minimum at entry. We incorrect that this was across the group. So we sat down tow enjoy a $60 bottle of wine.The cost was $15 and $35 per person and only clear part way through our night. The way it was delivered was deceptive and not honest. This was disappointing as the Stan Rubin band were wonderful and left a sour taste to the experience and would have easily covered this if it wasnt pressured upon us and the items on the wine list provided were available.

Schedule for Michael Hashim in February 2023:Swing 46 with George Gee: 5th, 12th,19th and 26th: Sundays!Swing 46 with Michelle Collier: 3rd, Friday and 11th, Saturday, at 5:30!Swing 46 with Barbara Rosene: 23rd, Thursday.Must watch #michaelhashim , who played with all Jazz giants.Have dinner and listen to authentic Jazz from NYC. I LOVE IT!

This is a great place in a great area! Swing 46 has a fabulous happy hour with two for one cocktails or wine. They offer a diverse menu with everything from hamburgers to Pasta to steaks and Seafood. Located on 46th Street between 8th and 9th this is a fabulous area to hang out and swing 46 is one of the best! The service is fabulous and everyone who works there is so friendly! They feature great live jazz music every night starting at 5:00 or 5:30 p.m. and Lasting well into the night. For all the tourists out there who read this, get away from Times Square Central and walk down 46th Street between 8th and 9th and duck in to swing 46 for fabulous cocktails, appetizers and entrees all while being entertained with some of New Yorks finest Jazz musicians. Tell Wolfman at the door that Phyllis sent you!

Very disappointed. Food was good but nothing special. Waiter added 18% gratuity to the credit card charge without giving us the option. When challenged said it was on the menu. When we checked it says ‘May add’ Wouldn’t recommend many other places that offer much better for the money. We wanted to experience a Jazz club whilst in New York as I say very disappointing 😢

Be careful if you’re a tourist here. It’s near time square so you already know scams are heavy. There’s a young guy at the door who explains how the place operates and try’s to get people to come in. The outside menu states $50 for a 3 course meal. Rmr this is New York after all so be very careful and ask lots of questions before going in. Once you’re seated, they hit you with the menu. The $50 3 course meal, suddenly is $55. Half way in your meal, they hit you with another charge for watching the show as this place plays live music. Your server tells you it’s $20 per person (which they fail to let you know outside). Food was edible, ok ,but nothing special. My husband and I had terrible service. The guy who served us our dishes didn’t come to us to ask how our meal was or fill our water. You really had to flag this man down who I noticed looked over at our empty table several times. A little confusing as the place was not busy and this man had so much time. I guess he didn’t care as the place throws an 18% service charge to your bill (which they claim on the menu as “May be added” LOL. Seems like all the people near us got hit with it. Also if you pay with card, they add another bill so FYI, carry cash and READ YOUR BILL THROUGHLY! Performers were good but unfortunately the service was trash. Step it up Swing 46. Canadians would feel disrespected.

I had the most amazing time at Swing46 last night! My mom and I stumbled across this cute little spot on Saturday afternoon while we were wandering down restaurant row looking for a place to have dinner the next night. When I saw they have nightly live jazz, swing and rockabilly, I was sold! We came back the next night after taking in a Broadway show and had THE.BEST.TIME! The service was great, the food was delicious and very reasonably priced, the drinks were strong. Most of all the musicians played beautifully! I would highly recommend!!!

We were not satisfied coming here. They advertise as being a dance-friendly place with swing music at 5:30, but it was only jazz. In addition we asked for a simple Cadillac margarita and were charged $29 each, when a regular margarita is $16. They also added 18% gratuity, $7 for using a credit card, and a $40 cover. The food was decent, but we felt we were taken advantage of. I cannot recommend this establishment.

Awesome place with great music, food, drinks, service, and ambience. The true NYC experience.

Based on feedback from the owner.I can safely say never go to this tourist trap with inedible food. Some of the worst food I can remember and that says a lot. They automatically added gratuity on top of the music cover. Definitely not a supper club. Lives off one time tourists from what I could see.Please see owners response before deciding if this is somewhere you want to go.

A good fun night for all the family. Its a bit expensive to sit in the main restaurant but you do get to enjoy the show properly. Food is not too bad but nothing to write home about.

Loved coming to this place! The entertainment was phenomenal. A swing jazz band playing great music, including some of my favorites. The staff was very friendly, the ambience is very authentic and sophisticated, and a great place for a late date night. I loved watching this couple dance on the floor together to the live band. The drinks are great too, I had a classic Manhattan and their pina colada, strong drinks. I literally feel like I was transported back into the 40s or 50s. Such a great night :)

My 1st time at a jazz club. My 1st time in NYC too! I went in May for my 50th birthday! Had an amazing time! I loved the whole experience! Thanks to all @ Swing 46 for one of these memorable birthdays Ive ever had!!

Great vibes, a buddy put me on to this place 💯💯

A good place to experience a jazzy night in NYC with more affordable price. Their New York cheese cake is yummy. Only $5 entrance fee.

Great music and super yummy food. We had a great time and amazing dinner experience with live jazz music. Desserts are delicious too. Great service. Highly recommend.

Swing 46 was lots of fun. Just a little speak-easy in lower Manhattan. The seating was pretty comfortable, we stayed there for hours. The band had a great sound and was very entertaining. The wait staff was very attentive. There’s a lot to see visiting New York, so take a little time out of your day to sit down and relax here.

We decided to come here, not too busy the evening we came but still a $20 cover for the main room! I ended up sitting with my back to the band, so not what Id expect. Some of the furniture is tired and held together with duct tape in a room with a cover charge. The food was good, service was good but if youre charging a substantial cover make sure the place is up to scratch! I doubt Ill go back. If you do go and pay the cover make sure you get a good table.I dont like to give a poor review but I hope that this is a reminder of how a place should look after itself.

Came here Wednesday night with my fiance and had the BEST time!! Swingadelic played the night away and it was spectacular - felt like we were really transported back into swing dance era. Open dance floor and youre encouraged to dance whenever! There was a $10/person cover charge to sit in the back where the band and dance floor is, but the restaurant also has a cover-charge free area where you can still hear the music! I did not really care paying for the cover charge as it was worth it!!! They had a $50 3-course meal: Appies, entrée and dessert! Had the salmon fillet for entrée and I would highly recommend! The sauce was great! My fiance had the smoky BBQ ribs with yam fries and that was also really good - also recommend! Food portion was satisfying, we werent too full and managed to squeeze in a dance without having a tummy ache :) the staff was nice and service was great! We would definitely come back next time we visit new york! We recommend you give this restaurant gem a go if you havent been or visiting NY for the first time!

Absolutely brilliant nights entertainment. Food was as good as the music! A real gem in the heart of NYC.Dont forget its NYC, the prices reflect this but it was worth the bill.

Amazing music and amazing music! I am visiting from LA and Ive always wanted to see a live jazz band. Couldnt be more glad it was here and with the One More Once Big Band!!! Super recommended, a little on pricey side but the music alone makes it worth it.

This place over charges firstly they want to charge 15 dollars to sit in area where the music is secondly when we paid the bill we was pressured to pay an 18% service charge and told this is normal in New York we have been here 3 days and not heard of this. I don’t mind paying a tip when service is good but the service here is not good at all. I am from London and have never been pressured to leave a tip yes sometimes this is added but can be removed without pressure. If you go here be prepared to be pressured at the end of your evening

The best place with live jazz music I’ve ever been too ❤️‍🔥

The jazz was great, and we enjoyed dancing to it. The food and cocktails were just okay, and we really had to make some effort to get the attention of staff to get and pay our check. We had to be moved closer to the entrance to avoid the back room mustiness that gave us a headache.

Just got back from the swing46 bar.On arrival everyone was very nice, however they wanted a $15 cover charge each to sit at the tables where the band was, which was ok but we decided not to!We sat at a table near the bar where we ordered our drinks, we had no waiter service!The music was ok ish at best, the band was fine the singer was not very good !We had 3 drinks each and decided to call it a night !So I went to pay my bill, after which the bartender Crystal said they depend on service charge and need this and I quote “to pay there rent and eat”, she stood there pressurising me into giving a tip which I refused on the grounds that we never got a waiter service!Crystal continued to pressurise me for a 18% service charge !As we walked out and I quote “ don’t come back”! Is what she shouted out to us !!Horrible, disgusting behaviour !!!AVOID THIS PLACE AT ALL COST !!!

Music and dancing was as as before the pandemic. This used to be a regular place for us. But good has definitely gone down in quality. We ordered a salad and when they were out of strawberries they put cocktail cherries on it?! Really. Come back for the music not the food.

Best place to hear classics and dance yourself silly. The Wednesday night band is a special treat.

Went with my daughter, had a blast. Ron Sunshines 9 piece band was playing. Prices were reasonable, music was fun and danceable, friendly crowd who were dancing as couples.Just one tango. Ill be going back and would feel very comfortable asking for a waltz or foxtrot. These guys clearly know how to play music for dancers.

Tone deaf management that doesn’t seem to understand that the food is bad. Period. Full stop. Doesn’t matter if the atmosphere and music was amazing. The food was the worst I have ever had. The fries were soggy and the crab cake was cold in the middle. The shrimp cocktail was not spicy, only a step away from ketchup. If you go, buy the cocktails and avoid the food or better yet go somewhere else and use your dollars for somewhere that deserves it.

Quite overprised. Thirty two fifty dollars per person is impossible. Food about fifty and one glass of wine sixteen and one bottle fifty two seventy. On weekends they charge twenty dollars per person for the music. So count around one hundred at least per perso

Great jazz experience. Though food is mediocre. I had the mussels which werent very fresh. My partners chicken was quite good. Portions are quite small for how much they are charging.The music is good though. I would recommend going there just for drinks and skip the food.

Kudos to the Owner of this Tourist Trap for getting away with this so long!The Live music is great but ( having being here a few times with my mom I never checked the bill carefully)Tonight only sat at the bar with a visiting friend to NY 2 drinks and a shot $60 . I handed the Barnaid $100 bill and she asked if I needed change.Of Course I want my change after the 18% Tip you get away with people that Tip you again😏

Great band and intimate venue. Set menu but good choices and well served. Food quality good.Only issue was that the small dance floor was full of non-dinners. We understood that the deal was you had to have a meal to be able to stay in the dance area. If we had known we would have just got a drink.The dance lesson between sets was very good.

My wife and I picked this restaurant out of all the restaurants in the area. We were seated inside, we had already ordered and a few minutes later, someone came in and sat near the window, which was near our table. This person came in with a dog that was roaming around at times, sitting on the chair, wagging his tail close to the dishes on the table. Then the person was on the phone talking loud and every other word was profanity, it was as if he was the only one in the restaurant. None of the staff said anything to him. Not sure if he was the owner or just a regular customer, but everyone knew him on a first name basis. It was very rude and inconsiderate how John was acting. Last but not least on the negative side, the etablishment smell like cigarettes. In the end my husband and I asked for our meals to go. The establishment didnt ask any questions, not sure if they really cared, but we were very disappointed. When we got to our hotel room, and tried our meals, we can say that it was very good. Thats the only good thing that came out of the experience.

By far one of the worst dining experiences in all my trips to NYC thus far. We got in last night and wanted a bite to eat in a cool spot. It took 25 minutes and two reminders to get a glass of wine. The calamari was over cooked, the crab cake was meh, Portabella mushroom appetizer was good. Everything took a ridiculous amount of time, every staff person was completely loaded. It took another 25 minutes, 2 attempts, and finally my husband getting up and going up to the bar to get the check. I was ready to walk out, but he’s too nice of a man. On our check was a mandatory $20 music charge. The restaurant itself is very cute, if only the staff and food were entirely different. This place is a total bust, don’t do it. There are other fantastic spots all up and down restaurant row.

Pros: great music, lovely place, lively atmosphere. Cons: cover charge and price of the food had me expecting some really tasty fare... but failed to deliver in that department. I ordered a Rigatoni and Shrimp; it came to me like it was swimming in soup rather than the creamy rich garlic sauce it promised to be. The taste was okay but bland. Service, while friendly, was a little slow. For the price, I was expecting better.

The jazz music was amazing. The food taste was felt like made by newbie. Plus, be aware that they charge 18% gratuity compulsory, which is not anywhere mentioned till you get the bill.

I was very impressed with the musicians that performed at this place . The musicianship level of a swing jazz band, the big concert band that played on November 7th, 2019 is exceptional. I was pleasantly “shocked”!The atmosphere is chill. We felt ( our group of 10 friends) as if we were on a set of Woody Allen film.The crowd is mixed - patrons of all ages are welcome.Regarding food- we did not come for fine dinning and did not expect it.The cover charge of $15.00 is very reasonable. The band is qualified to play at Lincoln jazz center.We had a fun night out. Will go back .

The band is supposed to take 15 min breaks but we were there for 30 min and there was no music at all. At least we didnt pay the $20 cover charge. Drinks were good but about expensive

The live band was fantastic!! The staff was great. Fun atmosphere. There is even space to dance and people are encouraged to dance. If you want a fun place to go on a cute date, I absolutely recommend this place!!

This isn’t a good place for swing dancing. I went on a Saturday and there was hardly anyone there. The dance floor is tiny, and it’s surrounded by tables of people who want to watch the dancing, but no one wants to participate. It’s a very awkward atmosphere. The live music was good, but the experience was not worth it for the $20 cover charge per person. (There is an additional $20 spending minimum per person if you want a table by the stage and dance floor)

We brought my musician brother- and sister-in law here while they were visiting New York. We came early for the opening set and were able to do the fixed price menu. Everyone enjoyed their food, mine was a pasta primavera in a rich and lovely tomato sauce, and the cocktails were especially good. The music was fantastic - a great variety well executed and the few couples on the dance floor were very fun to watch. We didnt get to stay for the full swing dance lesson but it was a nice way to fill intermission. While it is true that the upholstery and bathrooms could use updating, that is really my only complaint. It was a very nice experience in the heart of Midtown!

Would have liked to put NEGATIVE StarsHORRIBLE NEVER PLANNING ON GOING AGAINMy husband and I visited Swing 46 a few times before COVID. We enjoyed the dining, lessons and dancing. On April 30, 2022, we were looking forward to our first time back.We were SHOCKED - Absolutely HORRIBLE owner/management.We arrived looking forward to a night of great music and dancing - 7 of us in total.We ended up walking into a majorly toxic environment.The owner - John - berated our friend (who had planned the get together) multiple times. None of their staff seemed to be on the same page regarding cover charge amount/min order, seating, etc. The owner and his henchman (arrogant waiter-name escapes me) spouted different things. After finally being seated we were ignored for the rest of the evening.The rest of the staff seemed to walk on eggshells. One waiter (Joseph) deserves a shoutout - he was kind, courteous and respectful. We all felt terrible about leaving him with such a dysfunctional/toxic management team.We came in as paying customers looking forward to dinner and dancing. We ended up witnessing toxic insanity instead.I dont know if John was on something but it was unbelievable. As we were leaving, he continued to berate our friend and when we expressed that his attitude was disgraceful, he went BEZERK. He was cursing and shouting like a lunatic. Maybe he thinks the tourist crowd like this garbage BUT we are NOT tourist. Not only will we NEVER go there again but we would caution anyone even thinking about it.The owner is arrogant, abusive and TOXIC - the food is insanely overpriced, the drinks so-so and the dance floor is miniscule. I feel for the bands and Joseph. No one should have to put up with this type of abuse.Definitely NOT recommending!

Great musicians! The big band was amazing

A unique experience filled with great live music and highly unprofessional wait staff.When we first sat down, we heard the (the owner) John scolding and cursing out the band in front of everyone at the restaurant. We were all uncomfortable for the band.The 30 minute dance lesson was lovely even though there was a limited amount of dance floor space. The live music began shortly after 9:30pm and that was a lot of fun for everyone.At intermission, we went on stage (along with everyone else) to take pictures and we were also scolded ourselves by one of the men from the wait staff loudly & multiple times. Once again that was very unprofessional.This is New York, Im sure there are better swing clubs out there. We will not be coming back.

Not worth it. We visited around 6pm on the 22nd. Meal for 3 of us was $207.00 plus a 20 percent tip on top (as i always tip 20 percent no matter what) We had 2 steak dinners and 1 chicken dinner, the steak was mediocre and the chicken I believe was undercooked as my girlfriend has been sick and throwing up and had severe diarrhea. The vegetables were not fully cooked either. The server was rude when we didn’t order drinks, as we were not going to originally drink, and his demeanor changed so I decided to get a dirty vodka martini, it was horrible and the olives were stale and hard. The server came and told us after being in there for 30 mins that there is a $10 per person cover charge for the music that was outside their main entrance, very mis leading and shady to do that. The music was not bad but not worth and extra 30 dollars added on. They said it’s cause “they have to pay the band” you tell your customers after they have been there for 30 mins that the music that’s being played from outside the restaurant is going to cost them?? The restaurant was not busy at all which should have been a sign and the owner/manager had his dog inside and it was running around. Whole experience was not great and for what we paid I believe it could have been a lot better. I had to find my server anytime I needed something and the cherry on top was how nasty the restroom was, toilets were dirty with urine stains and the floor was sticky and it smelled like urine. I honestly would not recommend this place. There are a lot better restaurants in the area where you will get your money’s worth.

Great place to perform. Great food and drinks. Very friendly and professional staff. Excellent service.

Dance classes, great music!! From Chile we loved to be there ❤

Fantastic place. Calm and clean environment. Extremely professional and friendly staff. Very generous with the drinks. I may not have been dressed properly for such a nice place(flannel shirt and combat boots)but i was still welcomed just as i would had i been wearing Giorgio Armani. Bravo

Not sure how you have a mozzarella & tomato salad w/o olive oil! The sauces are lacking any flavor — come for the band NOT the food

Such a fun place. When we visit NYC this is our daily nightcap. Watching the dancers and live music sitting at the bar. A great place.

Came here on a Sunday evening, bartender and host (only folks we happened to interact with) were super friendly and seemed to be having a good time and enjoying the music. The band was really good, played more funk/Motown than swing on this night, but sounded great. The dance floor consistently had folks out there adding to the atmosphere. We had an old fashioned and manhattan, both tasty. Great experience at a place we just saw while walking down the street and decided to step into!

Wow, cant believe this experience I had. Had drinks with a friend of mine, chatted with the bartender, with the ladies next to me, the guy at the reception was hella cute and polite, AND THE MUSIC!!! God, I envy you, americans! Youre in the best country ever. Theres so much to do in New York!There was even a couple dancing while the band played. Made me cry a little.The drinks are great! Sat at the bar, so I didnt get to eat anything.

Great place. Music is top notch along with great service. The only reason Im giving 4 stars is the food. Im not even knocking the cooks they clearly no what theyre doing and present it great... the problem... its bland, cheap, and severely overpriced for the quality. If swing 46 can invest in a new menu... the place would be a lights out winner. However Ill end on a positive. The place keeps the music alive and has a phenomenal instructor they bring In. This place is a 5 star, experience

Awesome!! Just perfect! Leah the host she was so professional kind and very understanding. She went over and beyond to meet our needs. Steven simply best no words can describe or justify the service we received. Must go place. Food is simply awesome. They charged $40 twice for the live music table i am hoping it could be a honest mistake will find out soon..

Terrific swing music! Enjoyed the atmosphere as well. Highly recommended

Brought my wife here for her birthday. It was the best date weve ever been on. It can be expensive. Theres a $20 cover to hold your table so you can take swing dancing lessons. The food was above average. Same for the drinks. The reality is you pay for a memorable experience. Absolutely worth it!

Super entertaining rockabilly Christmas show!

Last night @ Swing 46 was an event to remember. Some of the world best Salseros were jamming. This is NYC! Whether you need a place to hang, your a place to hold an event, I would recommend.

The jazz is good but beware of Jose as waiter. I saw him scaring away two Chinese girls but chat often with some Brazilian guests.Also, Jose added 18% tip on the receipt that still showed a line for adding the tip.When I noted that to another bartender, she said thats just the policy they have there.

A horrible experience. Firstly, the prices on their food are ridiculous. Fine dining in the city can be had for less. Table service was horrible. Our waiter was new and repeatedly made mistakes. I had to involve the manager three times and at one point simply started to go to the bar to order drinks for our table. Whats more, my daughters food came out over thirty minutes after ours. She sat watching everyone else eat as she snacked on bread. Youd think they would comp her plate? ($36 plate of Ravioli??????) Of course they didnt. I will never return... Avoid like the plague!

Great food and service. Did not get to stay and dance, but people were pouring in the door to cut a rug. The band started and sounded like tons of fun. I will definitely come back to finish a really great experience!

Ill start with the positives: nice bar staff and nice server, band was ok.The negatives though... firstly the dance floor is tiny with, not a place for swing dancing. For a venue promoting itself as a place for dancers, it just wasnt what is promised to be at all.We wanted to have a nice meal and thought that judging by the prices, food must be amazing. To say a $1 ready meal is better would be an understatement. How difficult is it to get a vegetable pasta right? Still being hopeful, thought ok...guess were also paying for the venue and the band in this price. Nope, we found theres an extra charge for the band ($15 dollars a head which apparently was a discount...not judging but other reviews!!). We were told about this charge after wed paid for our meal and was about to leave. Joke of a place and utter disappointment.

If you like to dance and listen to big band music, you cant go wrong with this place! Spent a few hours here and felt comfortable the whole time. When we arrived, the lessons for the beginners was just finishing up. Never felt like I was out of place even though I am a very poor dancer. Didnt try the food, but the drinks were good and fairly priced.

Went for a drink with my boyfriend for a drink and some dancing. The band and the singer were pretty entertaining, however only one couple was dancing. During intermission, someone came out and taught some swing steps; that was definitely fun! The drinks were a little pricey, we didnt eat.There was a cover charge of $15 per person, we each had a drink at $12-14 each. I was overcharged $97. I called the restaurant today to resolve this and was advised to call the owner back at 9pm. I called back and he requested for me to call back tomorrow at noon.I would rate my overall experience 2 stars. I will update once issue has been resolved.---This has been resolved.

Stopped in for a couple drinks after hearing great jazz music eminating from inside. Very cool place with excellent music and friendly service.

Love coming here every Tuesday for the George Gee Swing Orchestra! They are a fabulous swing orchestra and are sure to get you up off your seat to dance. If you arrive early, they offer a quick lesson in swing dancing while the band takes a break. Its free to sit at the bar, which is in a separate room from the stage. It will cost you $15 to sit at a table in the room with the stage. The food and drinks are quite pricey, but definitely enough to split a meal between two.

The experience was amazing. The orchestra was very good and our waitress Paula was very kind. She took great care of us and helped us with our needs.

Attended for a Holiday party for workI had an excellent time. Work scheduled this for our party. I enjoyed it. Cocktail hour had great options bar staff was fast and accurate. Drinks looked strong. Dinner was good. Nothing noteworthy but well cooked and seasoned. Dessert meh. The show was entertaining actors were very entertaining. Interaction was fun. The one real issue I had was with the coat check! Waited 45 mins in line for my bag which ended up not even in the room but outside and ugh. But a better coat check would be a great improvement

A great jazz venue! Saw the Dan Block quartet, and the Michael Hashim experience! Also came early and had dinner. Delicious food, wonderful service. A highlight of our NYC stay!

This place is so shady. What a joke. The food was not good. The mashed potatoes were fake right out of the box. They had a drink menu with specialty drinks to include Patron, We asked for a shot of Patron and the server stated they only had Hornitos. So they advertised drinks without the proper major brand in the house. They were out certain appetizers after we ordered and the service was horrible. I would not recommend or go back and it wasnt picture worthy. Sorry 2 thumbs down!

Glorious. Never knew this kind of place still existed.Real classic authentic jazz club with live music and drinks and food.

Such a fantastic place! Want great food with superb service? Go to Swing 46. Want to people watch? Go to Swing 46. Want to dance the night away? Go to Swing 46. Want to sit at a bar and drink your woes away? The bartenders are fantastic and may even have a second to listen. The ambiance, the location, no detail to small all comes together for a perfect evening. Drop in and stay a while. You will be glad you did!

From the greeters on the side walk to the hostess Michelle and Jonathan the bartender what a fabulous experience. This place is great all the way around. Our group ordered apps-calamari, wings and coconut shrimp;YUM!!!! *Live salsa band was en fuego! What a great time!!! Check this place out on restaurant row,you will not be disappointed.

Every time I come here I have a blast. I can just enjoy the show with a meal and drink, or I can hop in and swing dance to the amazing performers. Of course, I can’t swing dance at all, but the venue is so relaxed and everyone is there to have a good time, so I never feel like a fool. The drink specials are great as well. Really a gem of a place that makes NYC what it is.

The service was poor. The music was awesome. The waiter didnt want to give us milk with the coffee!

We traveled to NYC for my sisters thirtieth birthday and this was definitely the highlight of our whole trip. The decor and atmosphere is so vintage rat pack, it is like stepping back in time. The food is pricey, but delicious, the band was a delight and the dancing was so fantastic!!! I will never forget this place

Great atmosphere and live dancing.

Friendly and amazing jazz bar. Stan Rubin orchestra is fascinating!

Live music was good. But beware, they charge you $10 a person to sit and listen when u choose to eat there, and sont tell you up front. Food wasnt bad and they were able to make accomodations for food sensitivities, but waitress was unattentive.

Not a place for swing dancers/Lindy hoppers. Food was bland and far too expensive. We paid the extortionate amount to see the band and have a dance on the tiny dancefloor only to be met with a charge of $15 each for the band - a charge that we were not told about at all (even as this was our second time in there that day). Sat here writing this in utter disappointment.Bar staff and the waiter were great. Very polite and hospitable. Just a shame on the expense and quality of venue and food.

Good place. Good door man. However the bartender Jonathan tried to swindle us for money twice. We thought the first time was an honest mistake ( overcharged by 10$) but then he tried to take 30$ when I gave him a 50$ he said it was his 20$. We told the manager. She counted his till. Then told us she didnt want any problems and gave us 30$ back. Not acceptable. We had been drinking and he seemed to be taking advantage of that. Luckily we only take 50$ dollar bills and break them to get change for tips wherever we go. Beware the bartender here. And keep track of what you give him.

This is THE place for great live Swing, especially if youre a fan of the likes of Sinatra, Gershwin, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin, etc. Ive been there 3 times and have always found good food and incredible musicians in an intimate and familiar ambiance. It is not expensive at all considering you can find anywhere from 8 to 13 people bands, a few feet from every table. Will keep going every time I visit New York!

Great food, atmosphere and music. So glad we checked this place out. Cant wait for our next trip to NYC to visit them again.

Great live music and service. We only had drinks, but Id like to try their vegan lasagna next time.

On arrival this restaurant appeared to be exactly what we were looking for; intimate , quirky and had some good sounds musically. The menu was passable nothing to whet an experienced palette so I decided on the scallops. On perusing the wine menu the wine list was basic with an extravagant price.The scallops was listed as being served with horseradish mash. I was served gloopy mash minus horseradish. The scallops were perfect.My dining companion went to use the restroom and wad confronted by absolutely filth. She was horrified as was I by the hostesses response. No apology, no cleaning , just an excuse about plumbing . We asked for the bill and before we had our coats on they had people in on top of us to take our table.The place at best is a low class restaurant by European standards, with terrible management. Ill be giving it a miss on my next visit.

Wonderful bar with great drinks, excellent staff and live jazz on Sunday night. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves after a fabulous dinner at Becco (Italian restaurant two doors down) Great atmosphere.

Music was awesome. Service was average. Food was well below average. They also jam you with a $20 cover charge at the door that I didn’t see anywhere on there website or on opentable where we made our reservation. (Possible that I missed it but pretty sure it’s not there.)

Waitress was very nice BUT. The decor is VERY dated, old rocky chairs and a thick coat of dust on the ledge next to my table. The food was HORRIBLE. The steak and ribs were DEFINITELY frozen (I am sure it was freezer burned) with sauce to smother the evidence.

Wandered in without a reservation after visiting the Rockefeller Tree. They sat our 4 person party quickly. The service was good, themeals were good and the happy hour drinks are tasty. A good pick! Try it you’ll like it.

Do not go here. Hostess tried to force two drink per person minimum when we do not drink very much which we told her no. We loved the atmosphere at first but when we got our bill there was a $15 cover charge per person added to the bill that we were never made aware of. The hostess with the hideous makeup, glasses and blond hair along with the brown haired guy tried to act like they told us about this fee upfront. They are straight up scam artists. Beware.Great concept for a bar. Management needs to get rid of these crooks.

Playing high notes on all aspects! 5 out of 5 for Food, Services, Vibe and Music 🤩

Dropped in for the live jazz show and free group swing dance lesson. I am very glad to see that the new management (Stephen) is just as welcoming as the old. There is a $15 for admission to the dining area (added to your bill) where the show and dance lessons are though so technically not that free lol. Otherwise you can just hang back in the bar area and listen to the good music. If you sit at the bar you can see a distant but obstructed view of the stage.There is plentiful sitting throughout the restaurant, and it is dimly lit with a reddish overtone. A full bar and waitress service though the drinks aint cheap, if you missed the happy hour that ends by 8pm before the show kicks in around 9pm, but the performance makes up for it. A stella for example will run you $8, cocktails are around $15+.Good for a date or dinner with friends. I still highly recommend this spot if you are a Jazz fan.

Staff are very nice. Drinks are average and there is a live band with 10 dollars cover fee to get to the room that live band is playing. The cover fee is 15 during the weekends.

Cool classic jazz bar where people actually dance. The food is ok, drinks ate good, but the atmosphere and vibe of the room is great!

Great place to meet swing music in NYC. Delicious ribs. Swingadelic are amazing.

Loved the band and their music (15$ entry fee). Food and drinks were just average and overpriced for my taste. We went on a Thursday, where they had a free mini dance class for free at around 10 pm. They could work at their decorating, doesnt really carry a jazz and swing flair at the moment.

Scam! Was lured in with the promise of 2 for 1 drinks but only one per person, fair enough still a good deal. Bought an expensive drink each thinking we would get our second free but it turned out to be a scam. The blonde waitress was very rude and hostile and this whole experience dampened our night and its a shame as our experience of other bars in New York had been positive.

Food was fantastic. The bands are always top notch. However, Swing 46 needs to make some major changes regarding dancing! I have been here 3 times now and the dancers are treated like a tourist attraction. You walk in and once the doorman/woman finds out you are a dancer she/he gives you the stink eye because they know you will only be paying the cover charge and not purchasing many drinks or food. They require you to check in coats, bags, umbrellas and anything you brought. You then have a very small (even for NYC) dance floor to navigate and you are constantly being told to get out of the way. If you are waiting on the side for the next song to find a partner to dance with, you are told you are blocking the view of dinner guests trying to watch the dancing. All 3 times I went, I felt like I shouldnt be there and I was just a necessary attraction to draw more tourism. I am not writing this review to discourage people from going to Swing 46: The food was fantastic and the bands truly are wonderful. But, as a dancer, I would absolutely not make this a regular hangout and wont be persuaded to come back until they treat the dancers better.

Enjoyed the Sunday night band this Memorial Day weekend. The food is overpriced for the quality/taste you get. Also the seats along the wall in the balcony are very ripped and covered in electrical tape. Spend the money and get new seats/cushions!

I was ecstatic to find live jazz here when I visited NYC in June. I had a wonderful conversation with my server before the place got busy, enjoyed salmon and two jazz bands for dinner, and dancing outside. Great service and music.

We had an amazing time dancing. The band and the singer were really into it and you could tell the crowd was feeding off their energy. Love the vibe and the amazing music ♡ I cant wait to visit again

The band was amazing, and the staff super friendly. Only had drinks, no food but those were good too. Dont go if you dont like LOUD music. No talking allowed. But they played my favorites, Ricky Vallens era kind of stuff

Perfect place to eat all the delish foods and dance the night away to awesome bands..

These people are horrible. The older blonde woman at the door and the younger dark haired guy were 100% trying to take advantage of my 3 friends and myself. We came in to kill time before going to another spot. They ushered us into room with the live music after asking us if a 2 drink minimum was okay, to which we said no and that we would leave. She said that no, one drink was okay. We had our drink, went to pay, and had been charged a $15/person cover charge that we had never been told about. As expected, we were a little upset. We attempted to address it with the lady at the front and she immediately became defensive and told us not to yell at her and that she did tell us. Long story short... they knew we were tourists and all female and tried to take advantage of us. They’re horrible.

The concept was nice but the execution was off. It was something different to do but I wouldnt do the Murder Mystery there again. The appetizers that came with the meal were good but the main course was just ok. I had the steak which I asked for well done and was just a bit more than medium and the potatoes were horrible. It appeared to be boxed mashed potatoes. My friends said the drinks were ok.

I offer sincere thanks to John and his entire staff at Swing 46 for the warm and friendly reception we received last night - the celebration of my wifes birthday could not have been more fun. Everyone in our party of 26 had a swell time and we were surrounded by dozens and dozens of others who seemed just as happy to be there. Our dinners were delicious; tastier still was the music when Felix & the Cats began to play. The happy mix of novice and expert dancers sharing the floor had us all up on our feet and joining in. An absolutely wonderful, friendly place to dine, dance, and enjoy the music.

If you love jazz. big bands, an old supper club feel from 40s movies and great food, youll love Swing 46. Live music starting at 8:30 during the week and 9 on the weekends. Sometimes they have dance lessons too. But even if you go early, the food is worth the trip.

Place was horrible. We were crammed in like sardines.It was very loud. And the audience did not participate as much as other places.Some of the actors were over acting.Food was ok...I doubt we would go again.For what we paid for the dinner and show...If you like paying alot to hear screatchy voices and alot of yelling is a great place.

The Calamari was great! The drinks were also good. A bit strong but good. The band was amazing and the atmosphere was also a nice setting.

Its a music club with live swing band but you have to pay more to sit in the dance / band area to watch the band. The club was virtually empty so the pay more approach must be putting people off of going. A shame because it could be a very good venue. We visited mid week so this could explain why it was quiet.

Good cocktails but the decor needs a lot of work in the dining area. Install a tin drop ceiling and paint the walls a light cream color and its a good start. Wont feel like a cave anymore after that.

The service, music and food were all excellent. Expensive, but worth it for a great and different night out in Midtown. We will definitely go again.

Visiting New York for my husbands 50th. He loves swing music so I decided to book the swing 46 as a birthday treat for him. Booked a table on line from the UK for 7:30. Was not told at this point that A the music doesnt start tell 9:30 and B that a 20.00 dollar charge per persone for the bands wages would be added to the bill along with a 15% tip. Have to say this was really not worth it. Ontop of this I had to pay 2 dollars to get my coat back. We spent over 265.00 dollars in this place and I have to add the food was really not brilliant and the wine very very very over priced. We paid 45 dollars each for a steak????? And 48 dollars for a bottle of red roja which I can buy from a supermarket for £7.00 at home and no more the £15-18.00 in a restaurant. I was asked on leaving if everything was ok and I replied honestly no, the food was poor and over priced, the wine expensive and the final straws was being charged for the entertainment and my coat, to which my response was your paying for the band....Now whilst I dont mind spending money on a good time what so ever I do really object to being ripped off and believe me thats exactly what this place has done to me as a British visitor to New York I doubt very much weather I will ever come back again.. Id rather go back to the Ritz, where yes its expensive, but its a great service and stays in our own country!! I love travelling and love doing city breaks, but everything about tonight has left me with a really bad feeling in the pit of my stomach about not only swing 46, but New York and the way it rips people off....I thought Florence was expensive, but New York wins hands down. Wouldnt even mind if the service was good and attentive, but tonight at Swing 46 Resturant it was the pits and would highly recommend that you stay away and spend your money somewhere else........even McDonalds is better value for money(And that a saying something) plus the entertainment free!!! I very reluctantly give this a 1 star rating, and it only got this because I had to give it a 1 in order to be able to leave a review. If I could have not rated it I would have. Even the toilets are disgusting...

Excellent place, great drinks, music and friendly staff! Much recommended!!

Only gave 3 stars because they make you check your coat and almost everything else you bring for $2. Its not a lot BUT after spending $20 for standing room only (you have to purchase $100/person at a table)I feel like thats just adding fuel to my cheap person fire hahaha.That being said, the place itself and the band are amaaaaaaaazing! The band is fun, personable and energetic. The staff is pretty cool. Theres one guy that walks around in 30s swing dancing attire kinda just to keep things lively it seems. Hes pretty cool. You feel like youre walking into a club in the 30s or 40s its amazing. I will come again. Next time Ill just bring less stuff though haha.

Had a great night there. Forgot to mention that it was in October 2001 (6 weeks after 9/11). Hope to go again someday.

Great and attentive service, food is a little pricey for its quality but makes sense considering the location. We went on Saturday night and watched the Swingadelic band play live and also enjoyed watching talented guests dancing - a great way to spend an evening in New York City!

We just got in to a birthday surprise party, we did have reservations we just didnt know under whos name was it. The hostess (blonde older lady) was very unpleasant and rude and very impatient with us, she just wanted us to leave her personal space. Her behavior is so unprofessional and unwelcoming at all. She needs to learn how to work for customer care.

Music was great, but place is a total rip off. Rude hostile blonde waitress came to our table AFTER we had ordered drinks and food and harassed us for a cover charge. Bad energy.

Nice place to eat. Music was good, service good, maitre d was a liitle rambunctious to get cover for the band from us. But after explaining our plans of dinning he calmed down. All in all not a bad place

The atmosphere was nice having some live jazz music playing in the back room. I think we came at an odd night where there was a private event and you could only pay to dance, and not to sit at the performance area.

Very swanky bar! Loved the food options and drinks. Service was quick and nice. Would absolutely return! Loved the live music outside.

I went for the dancing and I had a great time swinging the night away. ($20 cover if you dont dine)

Amazing..dancing music, great drinks...

Great place for live band, fun times, and terrific service. We had an amazing Valentines here! Cant wait to go back!

This place is great! Came for the music and had dinner. Food was great. Good service and great ambiance. Will be back!

It s my favorite club in New York city. You can listen with a peaceful lovely jazz and swing music I have a memories with my cousin and my mom. Hope to see open this lovely place in a shiny new happy days. God bless does beutafull people. Amen

This is a fantastic bar on Restaurant Row with live music. I went on a Wednesday night and really loved the Stan Rubin band. The cocktails are wonderful and the staff are so friendly, I had a brilliant evening.

Came to see the Stephen Santoro Orchestra and loved every minute. Great band, music & atmosphere. Food was quite good, but we really came for the show... and it did not disappoint in the least.

Authentic Swing Dance venue with some incredible bands that come through. Free dance lesson with excellent instructors included with the cover charge. Throwback vibe makes you feel like its the 1930s. Go on a Tuesday or Friday night for the best bands.

We came to hear the Jive Aces . We been here before and like it. Food is very good. Service can be faster especially with a full house. We had a good time. Plenty of room to dance. Their website can be much better.

Good live big band jazz. I was surprised to come here and see actual jazz music. Usually you get some amateur trying to improv his way through Jamey Aebersold which is great, but to see seasoned players hits the spot. Cool location too.